Are you a victim of the freshman 15? Excess fat (Hello, freshman 15!) will increase one’s body fat percentage and then they could be considered overweight/obese, which can cause insulin resistance. Diabetes is related to the disruption in the body’s process of creating and/or using insulin. In other words, excess fat is related to insulin resistance and diabetes. Analysis of … Continue reading Diabetes
There are 1.4 million new cases of diabetes each year in the United States of America, and it is the 7th leading cause of death. Our brochure targets young children, to inform them about diabetes and to give them resources on how to combat diabetes. Starting education at a young age is important, because many … Continue reading Beat Diabetes!
Diabetes is a growing disease that affects many Americans. It is important for individuals to create healthy habits that fit into their daily schedules to help prevent them from getting diabetes and to help those with diabetes manage their symptoms and minimize the harm it can have on the body. People who balance work with … Continue reading Nutrition and Diabetes